October 2011 - Iran Special Weapons News

Iran demands apology from US for alleged plot to kill Saudi envoy IRNA 31 Oct 2011 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran has demanded apology from the US Administration over assassination attempt allegation.
Iran says sanctions have had no effect on "peaceful N-work" ISNA 31 Oct 2011 -- The Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Fereydoon Abbasi said sanctions have had no effect on Iran's peaceful nuclear work.
Secretary Clinton Remarks at the 2011 Annual Conference on U.S.-Turkey Relations US Dept. of State 31 Oct 2011
Clinton Highlights Turkey's Growing Economic Leadership VOA 31 Oct 2011 -- Secretary of State Hillary Clinton emphasized Turkey's growing role in the Middle East and beyond in remarks.
Panetta's comments on Iraq indicative of US desparation: Vahidi IRNA 30 Oct 2011 -- Minister of Defense Ahmad Vahidi said Sunday that the recent statements made by US Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta on Iraq was an effort to cover Washington’s desperation and its failure in that country.
Supreme Leader lauds resistance of Iraqi nation to US pressures IRNA 30 Oct 2011 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on Sunday lauded resistance of all Iraqi ethnic groups to US pressures.
Larijani: Iran backs democratic process in Iraq IRNA 30 Oct 2011 -- Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani said on Sunday that Iran supports the democratic process in Iraq.
Iraqi Min: Mujahedin-e Khalq file to end this year IRNA 30 Oct 2011 -- Iraqi Minister for Human Rights Mohammed al-Sudaney announced that his government has decided to close the file of Ashraf Camp of Mujahedin-e Khalgh Organization (MKO) till the end of this year.
President: Iran pays heed to unity of Iraqi groups IRNA 30 Oct 2011 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad underscored the strengthening and preservation of unity among different Iraqi groups in line with the progress and stabilizing security in Iraq.
FM: Time not ripe for resumption of Iran-US diplomatic ties IRNA 29 Oct 2011 -- Visiting Head of Iraqi Kurdistan Region Masoud Barzani in a joint press conference with Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi here on Saturday vowed to have the most secure and best borderline with the Islamic Republic of Iran.
US offer on talks just a joke: Iran MP ISNA 29 Oct 2011 -- The Chairman of Iran's Parliament Commission of National Security and Foreign Policy Alaeddin Boroujerdi said the US suggestion on opening talks with Iran is just a 'joke.'
Panetta Warns Iran Not to Interfere in Iraq VOA 26 Oct 2011 -- U.S. Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta is warning Iran not to take advantage of the pending U.S. troop pullout from Iraq to stir up trouble there.
U.S. Congress Members Split On Response To Alleged Iranian Plot RFE/RL 26 Oct 2011 -- Members of the U.S. Congress appear to be split as to how Washington should respond to an alleged Iranian plot.
Clinton Concerned Over Trend Toward Military Rule in Iran VOA 26 Oct 2011 -- Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said the Iranian Revolutionary Guards Corps is becoming more involved in running the country.
Clinton: U.S. Seeks More Interaction With Iranian People VOA 26 Oct 2011 -- U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton: Government of Iran is a dictatorship and United States wants to assure Iranians that their aspirations for freedom are legitimate.
Ankara to discuss missile shield with Tehran friendly: Turkish envoy ISNA 26 Oct 2011 -- Turkish ambassador to Tehran said his country would explain reasons for deployment of NATO missile shield.
Top U.S. Treasury Official In Europe For Talks On Sanctioning Iranian Central Bank RFE/RL 25 Oct 2011 -- 'Iran needs to be held accountable for this plot.' That is the message being delivered this week in Europe by David Cohen - the U.S. Undersecretary for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence and the man responsible for overseeing sanctions against Iran - in the wake of an alleged plot by the Persian Gulf country to assassinate the Saudi Arabian ambassador on U.S. soil.
Iran congratulates Libyans on full liberation of their country IRNA 25 Oct 2011 -- IRI Foreign Minister Ali-Akbar Salehi in a message addressed to Head of Libyan Transitional Council Mustafa Abdul Jalil congratulated Libyan nation's victory and full liberation of Libya.
Gaddafi killed similar to Osama bin Laden: Ahmadinejad ISNA 25 Oct 2011 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Gaddafi's killing was similar to the same story happened to Osama bin Laden.
How Might Saudi Arabia Retaliate Against Iran For Alleged Plot? RFE/RL 24 Oct 2011 -- Iran's alleged plot to assassinate the Saudi ambassador to the United States - on U.S. soil - brought swift vows of revenge from Riyadh.
Europe not expected to get involved in US anti-Iran game: FM IRNA 24 Oct 2011 -- Foreign Minister Ali-Akbar Salehi on Monday said that European states, enjoying experienced politicians, were not expected to get involved in the recent US anti-Iran game.
No longer any place for US presence in region, says Iran ISNA 24 Oct 2011 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said there is no longer any place for the US forces inside the region.
Iran, UN have excellent cooperation in space technology: envoy IRNA 23 Oct 2011 -- Representative of the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) said here on Sunday that Iran and UN enjoy excellent cooperation in aerospace technology.
Larijani stresses support for establishment of democray in Libya IRNA 22 Oct 2011 -- The Libyan people should remain on scene until the establishment of a popular government, Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani said in a message published on Saturday.
Iran says ready to help rebuilding Libya ISNA 22 Oct 2011 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast said the country is ready to transfer its experiences for rebuilding Libya.
Russia seeks to revive Iran Six talks – Lavrov RIA Novosti 21 Oct 2011 -- The negotiating process of the Iran Six on a draft Security Council resolution to expand sanctions against Iran has halted.
Turkey, Iran to Cooperate Against Kurdish Rebels VOA 21 Oct 2011 -- The Turkish military is pressing ahead with its air and ground offensive against Kurdish militants in northern Iraq, as Ankara sought support from neighboring Iran in its fight against the rebels.
Turkish Warplanes Bomb Rebel Bases In Iraq, Ankara Seeks Iranian Support RFE/RL 21 Oct 2011 -- Turkish jets continued bombing Kurdish rebel bases in northern Iraq overnight on October 20-21, as Ankara sought backing from Iran in its campaign against the insurgents.
UN Report Highlights Iran's Secret Executions RFE/RL 21 Oct 2011 -- The UN report has accused Tehran of conducting more than 300 secret executions at a prison in the country's second-largest city.
Missile defense talks should continue, reach decision – Medvedev RIA Novosti 20 Oct 2011 -- Russian President Medvedev emphasized that Russia and the US should continue exchange on missile shield.
Iran reacts to Turkish FM official’s remark on stationing defense shield IRNA 20 Oct 2011 -- FM Spokesman Mehmanparast reacted to his Turkish counterpart’s remarks on stationing of a NATO missile defense shield.
Iran: UN human rights expert stresses need for dialogue UN News Centre 20 Oct 2011 -- An independent United Nations human rights expert on Iran stressed the need for constructive dialogue with the country's authorities.
Iran Disputes New UN Report On Abuses, Executions RFE/RL 20 Oct 2011 -- Iran's government is disputing a report by the new UN investigator for Iran that says human rights abuses in that country appear to be increasing.
Iran Slams UN Human Rights Report VOA 20 Oct 2011 -- Iran has slammed a report from a UN investigator that cites a "dramatic increase" in executions in Tehran along with other alleged human rights abuses.
Iranian diplomat: Shahid’s report on Iran not fair and reliable IRNA 20 Oct 2011 -- Ambassador and Deputy Head of the Iranian Mission at the UN Ale-Habib: Report on Iran unfair and unreliable.
Defense Min: Armed Forces ready to counter enemies IRNA 20 Oct 2011 -- Minister of Defense and Logistical Support of IRI Armed Forces: Armed forces are from strength and military points of view in ideal conditions and ready for countering any threat.
Britain Freezes Assets Over Saudi Plot RFE/RL 19 Oct 2011 -- Britain has frozen the assets of five Iranians, including two suspects in an alleged Iranian plot to kill the Saudi ambassador in the United States.
Turkey And Iran: The End Of The Affair RFE/RL 19 Oct 2011 -- Tehran has reacted with anger and threats over Ankara's decision to allow NATO to deploy a radar as part of its antimissile system.
Iran: UN human rights expert concerned over judicial abuses UN News Centre 19 Oct 2011 -- UN independent expert on the situation of human rights in Iran voiced concern over alleged violations in the country's judicial system.
UN Investigator to Present Report on Alleged Iranian Rights Abuses VOA 19 Oct 2011 -- The United States is urging the international community to "redouble its condemnation" of Iran for alleged human rights abuses.
US Accuses Iran of 'Unabated' Brutal Repression VOA 19 Oct 2011 -- The U.S. State Department says Iran has continued "unabated" a brutal repression of its citizens.
Statement from NSC Spokesman Tommy Vietor on the United Kingdom's Sanctions Announcement The White House 18 Oct 2011
Britain, Canada Freeze Assets Over Alleged Iranian Plot VOA 18 Oct 2011 -- Britain and Canada have joined the US and frozen the assets of five men in connection with the alleged Iranian plot.
Ahmadinejad Says Claims About Iranian Plot A U.S. Lie RFE/RL 18 Oct 2011 -- Iranian President Mahmud Ahmadinejad has said U.S. allegations of an Iranian assassination plot resembled claims about WMDs.
Ahmadinejad: US to gain nothing of accusation IRNA 18 Oct 2011 -- IRI President: Iranian nation is a victim of terrorism; disturbing Iran-Saudi ties is aimed at exerting regional hegemony; and Americans would gain nothing out of new anti-Iran accusation.
Iran says "astonished" by US "baseless" claim ISNA 18 Oct 2011 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi said the country was astonished by the US baseless accusation.
Seeking evidence from US doesn't mean change in Tehran's position IRNA 18 Oct 2011 -- The call to see US evidence over its latest accusations against Iran was not a change in position by Tehran that believed it was a US conspiracy against the country.
Iran says has not got identity document from US on alleged suspect ISNA 18 Oct 2011 -- Iranian FM Spokesman Mehmanparast: Country has not received any document on identity of an individual arrested in the US due to alleged link to an assassination plot.
Full Speech of Iran's envoy to Russia in Human Rights Committee meeting ISNA 18 Oct 2011 -- The Full Speech of Iranian ambassador to Russia Seyyed Mahmoud Reza Sajjadi in the Human Rights Committee session.
Iranian borders highly secure: Top army cmdr ISNA 18 Oct 2011 -- The Commander of Iranian Army Ground Forces Brigadier General Ahmad Reza Pourdastan said Tuesday Iranian borderlines are highly secure.
Iran to run first fuel plate complex: FM ISNA 17 Oct 2011 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi said the country would operate the first fuel plate complex in coming months.
Iran launches uranium yellowcake production RIA Novosti 17 Oct 2011 -- Iran has manufactured the first batch of uranium yellowcake, the raw material used for nuclear fuel production.
Iranian Terror Suspect Known in Texas as Disorganized VOA 17 Oct 2011 -- Manssor Arbabsiar lived for more than two decades in Corpus Christi, Texas, on the Gulf of Mexico, before moving to a suburb near Austin.
Iran Says 'Ready To Examine' U.S. Plot Accusations RFE/RL 17 Oct 2011 -- The Iranian FM says Iran is "ready to examine" information the US says supports accusations Tehran plotted to kill Saudi ambassador to Washington.
Iran Warns US About Assassination Plot Allegations VOA 17 Oct 2011 -- Iran says it is ready to study U.S. allegations of an Iranian plot to kill the Saudi Arabian ambassador in the United States.
Saudi Arabia should be cautious about US plot, says Iran ISNA 17 Oct 2011 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi said Saudi Arabian officials should be cautious about the West's scenario.
Swiss envoy in Tehran summoned again over US claims IRNA 17 Oct 2011 -- Foreign ministry once again summoned Swiss Charge d’affaires to Iran, Livia Leu Agosti over false claims by the US government.
Iran presence in high seas in accord with int'l rules: Navy command IRNA 17 Oct 2011 -- Iranian presence in international waters is in accordance with international rules, Iranian Navy Commander Rear-Admiral Sayyari said.
Iran Jamaran warship docks at Omani port IRNA 17 Oct 2011 -- Iran’s ‘Jamaran’ warship docked Port of Salalah in Oman for the first time.
US Senator Hints 'Strong Evidence' in Alleged Iran Assassination Plot VOA 16 Oct 2011 -- America's highest-ranking senator on intelligence matters says she is convinced of Iran's involvement in a plot to kill the Saudi ambassador in the United States.
Supreme Leader: Iranian nation thwarts any destructive plot IRNA 16 Oct 2011 -- Supreme Leader of Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei on Sunday warned enemies of the Iranian nation that any destructive movement or plot will face a crushing response from the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Boroujerdi says Foreign Ministry must take legal action against US IRNA 16 Oct 2011 -- Foreign Ministry should take legal against the United States for raising propaganda campaign against the Islamic Republic of Iran, Chairman of Parliamentary Commission on National Security and Foreign Policy Alaeddin Boroujerdi said on Sunday.
President to US officials: Iranians have no need to assassination IRNA 16 Oct 2011 -- The cultured nation of Iran had no need to embark on assassination, President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Sunday criticizing the US latest anti-Iran scenario.
Presidential advisor criticizes US over accusations against Iran IRNA 16 Oct 2011 -- Senior advisor to President Ahmadinejad said Iran would have a 'firm stance' vis-a-vis US accusations against Tehran adding that American officials are angry over questions raised by Ahmadinejad at the UN General assembly session.
Spokesman: US officials' claims an anti-Iran scenario IRNA 16 Oct 2011 -- Foreign Ministry spokesman said that claims and accusations of the US officials indicate an anti-Iran scenario with the aim of overshadowing Islamic Republic of Iran.
Ahmadinejad rejects U.S. accusations of plot to assassinate Saudi envoy RIA Novosti 16 Oct 2011 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad rejected the U.S. accusations of a plot to assassinate Saudi Arabia's ambassador to the United States, Iranian state news agency IRNA reported on Sunday.
U.S. presses UN nuclear watchdog inspectors on Iran nuclear data - paper RIA Novosti 16 Oct 2011 -- U.S. President Barack Obama is pressing United Nations nuclear inspectors to disclose classified intelligence information on Iran's nuclear weapons technology, The New York Times reported on Sunday.
Arrogant powers in weakest possible position: military commander IRNA 15 Oct 2011 -- Arrogant powers are in the weakest possible position, the Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the IRGC Brigadier General Hossein Salami said on Saturday.
Supreme Leader: Iranian nation's resistance thwarts all plots IRNA 15 Oct 2011 -- Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said on Saturday that the Iranian nation's persistence in safeguarding its national identity will protect the country against enemies.
Some Lawmakers Call for Tougher US Action Against Iran VOA 14 Oct 2011 -- U.S. lawmakers are calling for senior Obama administration officials to step up the pressure on Iran, after an alleged Iranian plot was disrupted to assassinate the Saudi ambassador to the United States. Several members of Congress complained that sanctions against Iran do not appear to be working, and that stronger action is required.
Supreme Leader: Basiji spirit should get ever growing in all pillars of Iranian society IRNA 14 Oct 2011 -- Supreme Leader of Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei, says Basiji spirit should get ever growing in all pillars and segments of Iranian society.
IRGC CDR: US, Israel desperate more than ever IRNA 14 Oct 2011 -- Deputy Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC), Brigadier General Hossein Salami, said here late Thursday that the US and the Zionist Regime of Israel are now desperate more than ever, witnessing failure of their regional and global policies.
Alleged Iranian Plot Raises Questions About Possible Motive VOA 13 Oct 2011 -- The U.S. government's allegation that Iranian agents tried to hire Mexican drug runners to assassinate Saudi Arabia's ambassador in a Washington restaurant has some Middle East experts puzzled over why Iran would carry out such an attack.
Obama: Iran Must be Held Accountable VOA 13 Oct 2011 -- President Barack Obama says Iran's government must be held accountable for what he calls 'dangerous and reckless behavior' in what the U.S. has alleged was a plot to assassinate Saudi Arabia's ambassador to the United States. President Obama spoke during a joint news conference with South Korean President Lee Myung-bak.
U.S., Saudi Arabia Vow 'Strong International Response' To Alleged Iran-Backed Plot RFE/RL 13 Oct 2011 -- Saudi Arabia says it is considering 'decisive steps' over an alleged Iranian-backed plot to assassinate its ambassador in Washington..
Deputy FM: US anti-Iran scenario ambiguous IRNA 13 Oct 2011 -- There are key questions and ambiguities about latest US anti-Iran scenario, Deputy Foreign Minister for Euro-American Affairs Ali Ahani said Wednesday evening.
IRGC commander terms US recent anti-Iran plot as baseless IRNA 13 Oct 2011 -- Deputy Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Brigadier General Hossein Salami said Wednesday that US latest accusation against Iran was 'hilarious and baseless.'
Larijani: Americans blame others to justify own failures IRNA 13 Oct 2011 -- Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani said on Thursday that the Americans try to put blames on others to justify their own failures in the Middle East region and they even never hesitate to mastermind seditions to attain their sinister goals.
Iran's Quds force behind Saudi diplomat murder plot - White House RIA Novosti 13 Oct 2011 -- White House Spokesman Jay Carney said Iran's Quds Force was behind the alleged Iranian-backed plot to kill the Saudi ambassador to Washington.
US Eyeing New Sanctions Against Iran VOA 13 Oct 2011 -- The United States is promising to increase pressure on Iran following an alleged plot to assassinate the Saudi ambassador to Washington.
Clinton: Plot Shows 'Dangerous Escalation' of Iran's Terrorism Role VOA 12 Oct 2011 -- The United States is urging tightened sanctions against Iran following exposure of an alleged assassination plot that Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said shows a 'dangerous escalation' of Iranian involvement in terrorism. The Tehran government continues to vigorously deny that it plotted to kill the Saudi ambassador to Washington.
Iran Rejects US Claims of Saudi Plot VOA 12 Oct 2011 -- Iranian officials have strongly denounced U.S. allegations of a Tehran-linked plot to kill a Saudi diplomat in the United States. Some in Iran are arguing that the case has been fabricated to provoke a military confrontation with the Islamic Republic.
Iran rejects accusation of plotting to assassinate Saudi envoy IRNA 12 Oct 2011 -- Foreign Ministry Spokesman Ramin Mihman-parast called false claim of plotting to assassinate Saudi ambassador to Washington a 'prefabricated scenario'.
US new anti-Iran scenario, clumsy- FM IRNA 12 Oct 2011 -- Foreign Minister Ali-Akbar Salehi said Wednesday that the new anti-Iran scenario initiated by the US was 'clumsy.'
Foreign Ministry summons Swiss diplomat to protest US Scenario IRNA 12 Oct 2011 -- Foreign Ministry on Wednesday summoned Swiss charge d' affaires to protest the US anti-Iran scenario that Iran had hired Mexican drug cartel to assassinate Saudi ambassador to Washington.
Iran expresses outrage to United Nations at US anti-Iran propaganda IRNA 12 Oct 2011 -- Iranian Permanent Ambassador to United Nations Mohammad Khazaee expressed outrage at the United States anti-Iran propaganda that Iran hired Mexican drug cartel to assassinate Saudi ambassador to Washington.
Iran's foreign policy focuses on regional peace, security : Salehi IRNA 12 Oct 2011 -- Supporting regional peace and security is an important part of Iran foreign policy, Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi said on Wednesday.
Salehi dismisses US claim of Iran's plotting against Saudi, Zionist embassies IRNA 12 Oct 2011 -- Foreign Minister Ali-Akbar Salehi on Wednesday dismissed the US charges that Iran had planned bomb blasts at the Saudi and Zionist regime embassies in Washington, calling them 'already failed, funny and ridiculous scenarios.'
Iran sends letter to Ban Ki-moon over US claim on assassination ISNA 12 Oct 2011 -- Iran sent a letter to the UN Chief Ban Ki-moon following allegations leveled by United States' officials against the country.
Iran says US claims on Saudi diplomat 'lie' ISNA 12 Oct 2011 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast strongly rejected the US false allegation that has linked Iran to the assassination of Saudi Arabian ambassador to the United States, Adel al-Jubeir.
Two Men Charged in Alleged Plot to Assassinate Saudi Arabian Ambassador to the United States US Dept. of Justice 11 Oct 2011 -- Two individuals have been charged in New York for their alleged participation in a plot directed by elements of the Iranian government to murder the Saudi Ambassador to the United States with explosives while the Ambassador was in the United States.
Attorney General Holder Holds National Security Enforcement Press Conference US Dept. of Justice 11 Oct 2011
U.S. Foils Alleged Iranian Plot To Assassinate Saudi Ambassador RFE/RL 11 Oct 2011 -- U.S. authorities say they have foiled a plot allegedly orchestrated by the Iranian government to assassinate the Saudi Arabian ambassador to the United States.
US Thwarts Alleged Iranian Plot on Saudi Envoy VOA 11 Oct 2011 -- The U.S. Justice Department says it has broken up a plot involving an elite Iranian military unit to assassinate Saudi Arabia’s ambassador to Washington. An Iranian-born U.S. citizen is in custody in connection with the alleged plot, for which the Iranian government denies involvement.
Iran Bushehr N-plant joins national grid with 50% capacity ISNA 11 Oct 2011 -- Iranian first nuclear power plant joined the national grid with the capacity of 450 MW.
Iran says still puzzled over scrapped arms deal with Russia RIA Novosti 11 Oct 2011 -- The Iranian Foreign Ministry has expressed again its surprise over Russia's decision to scrap a deal to deliver S-300 air defense systems to Tehran but said this was unlikely to affect relations between the two countries.
Iran says to be present in int'l waters ISNA 10 Oct 2011 -- Iranian home-built destroyer 'Jamaran' started the first long-term naval mission heading to high seas and the Gulf of Aden from southern Iranian Bandar-Abbas Port. 'Jamaran destroyer is the first destroyer built by Iranian navy domestically. It possesses the same complicated design of warships manufactured in other countries,' said Iranian Navy Commander Admiral Habibollah Sayyari Sunday.
Iran to start long lasting missions: Navy commander ISNA 10 Oct 2011 -- The Commander of Iran's Navy Admiral Habibollah Sayyari said the country would increase naval presence in high seas and long lasting missions.
Iran 'has no legal case' against Russia over scrapped S-300 deal RIA Novosti 10 Oct 2011 -- Iran has no legal grounds to receive damages from Russia over cancellation of a contract to deliver S-300 surface-to-air missile systems, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said.
Iran's 15th fleet warships back home IRNA 09 Oct 2011 -- Iran's 15th fleet warships returned home Saturday from extraterritorial mission after successfully conducting counter-piracy operations abroad, the commander of the 15th fleet of Iranian warships, Captain Alahyar Majdi said on Sunday.
Navy commander: Iran plays active role in open seas IRNA 09 Oct 2011 -- Commander of Iran's Navy Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari said on Sunday that under the decree of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revoltion, Iran's navy force is to play an active role in open seas.
Iran's 'Jamaran' destroyer heads to Gulf of Aden IRNA 09 Oct 2011 -- Iran's 'Jamaran' warship left the deck here in southern Iran heading to waters of Gulf of Aden Sunday morning during a ceremony attended by Commander of Iran's Navy Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari.
Military commander: NATO missile defense shield is good for nothing IRNA 09 Oct 2011 -- Deputy Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Brigadier General Masoud Jazayeri, said on Sunday that NATO missile defense shild in Turkey is good for nothing and the Turkish government should explain the reasons for supporting the Zionist regime.
Iran says it thwarts any threat 'vigilantly' ISNA 08 Oct 2011 -- Commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Mohammad Ali Jafari said the country would thwart any threat posed by enemies 'with complete vigilance.'
Iran's radars can detect UAVs - commander RIA Novosti 08 Oct 2011 -- Iran's national defense system has been equipped with advanced radars capable of detecting unmanned aerial vehicles, a senior military commander said on Saturday.
President criticizes plan to deploy missile shield in Turkey IRNA 05 Oct 2011 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said the main goal of NATO to deploy Missile Defense Shield in Turkey is to defend the Zionist regime.
Iran's peacekeeping forces ready to go on missions at UN request IRNA 05 Oct 2011 -- Iranian peacekeeping forces are ready to be sent on different peacekeeping missions based on a request made by the United Nations, Commander of Army's Ground Force Brigadier General Ahmad-Reza Pourdastan said Wednesday.
Iran defense systems monitor Strait of Hormuz 24 hours IRNA 05 Oct 2011 -- The Strait of Hormuz, the vein of oil from the Persian Gulf to outside world, is under Iran's 24 hour sophisticated defense system observation, Commander of Iranian Army Khatam al-Anbia Air Defense Base, Brigadier-General Farzad Ismaili said on Wednesday.
Iran says to send 'Fajr' satellite into space by March ISNA 04 Oct 2011 -- The Head of Iranian Space Agency Hamid Fazeli said the country would launch 'Fajr' satellite into space by March 2012.
Iran defense capability serves regional peace, stability, security IRNA 04 Oct 2011 -- Minister of Defense and Logistics of Armed Forces Brigadier-General Ahmad Vahidi said on Tuesday that Iranian defense capability serves regional peace and security and Iran would like to share experiences with the neighboring states.

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